The Knicks started slowly in this one, allowing the Nuggets to jump out to a 24-14 lead in the first quarter. However, Anthony willed his team back into the game, dropping 20 of his 31 in the first half. By halftime, New York held a six-point lead.

The Knicks proceeded to outscore Denver 67-46 in the second half.

New York shot 56.5 percent from the floor as six of its players scored in double figures, including Jeremy Tyler who posted 12 points and 11 rebounds in 22 minutes off the bench. Amar'e Stoudemire was also key, dropping 17 and 8 in 20 minutes.

The Nuggets committed a paltry 23 turnovers, 11 of them coming in a brutal second period. They also shot only 42.1 percent from the floor and went only 7-of-26 from three-point range.